Student Success Coach

Closing date yi 23 ka October 2020

Is to develop a high impact connection with a diverse student body on their journey through university, by actively and intentionally engaging them in developing a personalised success plan through goal-directed and collaborative learning experiences.
Student success coaching helps create a sense of belonging and student ownership that aims to increase retention, persistence and graduation, enabling students to change their world.
The post includes other aspects of Learning Development, in particular, First Year Experience activities.

The minimum qualification required is a four-year professional degree in psychology, social work, or education with an emphasis on psycho-social and developmental/educational support.
Professional registration as a Psychologist, Registered Counsellor, Social Worker or as an Educator with an inclusive education focus is a further requirement.
At least 3 years of experience in coaching, advising or teaching diverse students related to enhancing academic success and retention in a higher education setting.
Experience in case management embedded in ethical and professional practices.

Knowledge of higher education trends, both nationally and internationally with a focus on student success, and student development.
Knowledge of university processes, rules and resources and national legislation related to higher education
Student and learning development knowledge and theories as well as student success
Communication, Interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
Critical thinking, Problem solving and Decision-making skills
Presentation and information dissemination kills
Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of students, academics, professional and administrative staff.
Research knowledge and basic data analysis skills
Organisational, technological and administrative skills

No applicant would be accepted after the closing date (Friday 23 October 2020).
Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan.

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Cofa apha

Western Cape Department of Social Development - Khayelitsha, Cape Town, Western Cape

Equal Education Law Centre - Khayelitsha, Cape Town, Western Cape

Ilitha Labantu - Gugulethu, Cape Town, Western Cape

Ilitha Labantu - Cape Town, Western Cape

Western Cape Department of Social Development - Khayelitsha, Cape Town, Western Cape

South African Social Security Agency - Various Areas, Free State

Department of Home Affairs - Various Areas, Eastern Cape, Free State, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Northern Cape, Western Cape

Department of Employment and Labour - Various Areas, Eastern Cape, Gauteng

South African Medical Research Council - Cape Town, Western Cape

University of the Western Cape - Bellville, Cape Town, Western Cape